Now the other HUGE benefit of the built in audio interface is that you can stream audio OUT of your piano direct to a device to use in audio recording software like a DAW, OR to easily create high quality performance videos with direct audio with just a USB cable and your smart phone!

pretty barren, in my opinion, you really need the app to be functional, ESPECIALLY If you are intending to use the FP-30X to busk or gig with so you can choose voices and settings easily. Offering a compact, home-friendly cabinet design, superior dynamic performance and a wide range of creativity-enhancing features to compliment your sound - the new Roland FP-X piano range is perfect for players of all abilities. So here’s a demo of some of the main sounds on the FP-30X, focusing on the pianos; I’ll include some split and layer demos as well, including modifying relative volumes, and shifting octaves. If you’ve been a long-time reader of our reviews, you’ll know that we’re massive fans of Roland’s FP-line.Because I’m used to a lighter action, I’m using a touch sensitivity setting that is one lighter than the default of medium; this does help me hit my desired level of dynamic control, but … it doesn’t change the actual weight of the keys. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. In comparison, with my Yamaha P-125, I can quickly and easily make voice selections using lit buttons, turn on splits or layers, and see what my current choices are . The volume control and other light pushes of buttons to alter the type of piano sound and a few other benefits for those who want to play with a teacher is great.

The FP-30X also adapts as your technique develops, whether you place it on the KSC-70 stand for upright performance or bring added expression to your playing with the easily connected three-pedal KPD-70 unit or DP-10 damper pedal. For practice purposes, the FP-30X’s speakers are perfectly usable, but if you aim for the highest audio quality and details, a good pair of headphones is the way to go. There is a BIT more MIDI recording functionality available within the Roland Piano App which I’m going to go over in the next part of the review. Andertons Music Company is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, firm registration number 716155. I have no interest in downloading the Roland apps as I only wanted a piano I could play without the hassle of the internet!However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers. Today, we’ll be looking at the Roland FP-30X, and seeing if it holds up against the modern-day competition. The Roland FP-30X digital piano is the perfect balance of affordability and superior performance, with many innovative features too. The user interface is ported over wholesale from the original FP-30, but with redesigned labelling which feels more consistent in design than the original’s mixture of text and symbols.